Fabulously Fried: The Best French Fries Around the Country

They're hot, crisp, golden, and oh-so addicting. These places give french fries the respect they deserve, and their smiling customers are happy about that. Find out where you can get some of best French fries in the U.S.This is just a sampling of great places to dine on fries. We know you have a favorite in your hometown. Let us know what it is on our Facebook page.

Bourbon Steak

Bourbon Steak

Think all french fries are the same? Think again. At Bourbon Steak, Michael Mina's signature fries come in three mouthwatering presentations: 1. Fries are dusted with Spanish paprika and onion powder, then served with barbecue sauce. 2. Herb fries are dusted with garlic, rosemary, parsley, and chives, then served with onion ketchup. 3. A batch of truffle oil fries are served with truffle aioli. Your only problem is figuring out which batch to dig into first.

Balthazar

Balthazar

Balthazar's french fries, which are served as a side with sandwiches and steak (pictured here), don't have any fancy spices or toppings. But some people think they're the best thing on the plate. One of their biggest fans is chef Bobby Flay, who said, "The fries at Balthazar are unbelievably perfect," on an episode of The Best Thing I Ever Ate: Totally Fried.

The sliced potatoes are treated with utmost care at the restaurant. They use Idaho russet potatoes that are peeled, cut, soaked in water overnight (to wash out excess starch), blanched in 100% peanut oil, then cooled and refrigerated until needed. When an order comes up, the fries are cooked in super-hot oil and served golden brown and crispy, with some salt, to awaiting patrons.